Descendants of Lawrence Murphy

Palo Alto Co, Iowa USGenWeb Project

Descendants of Lawrence Murphy and Rose Bennett

Generation No. 1

1. LAWRENCE¹ MURPHY He married ROSE BENNETT.

Children of LAWRENCE MURPHY and ROSE BENNETT are:

2. i. DANIEL² MURPHY, b. 03/03/1816, County Meath, Ireland; d. 06/04/1908, Emmetsburg,Iowa.

3. ii. EDWARD MURPHY, b. Abt. 1830; d. 03/05/1893.

Generation No. 2

2. DANIEL² MURPHY (LAWRENCE¹) was born 03/03/1816 in County Meath, Ireland, and died 06/04/1908 in Emmetsburg,Iowa. He married ELIZABETH LOWRY 10/23/1853 in Newark, New Jersey, daughter of PATRICK LOWRY and CATHARINE. She was born 03/03/1831 in County Meath,Ireland, and died 11/23/1898 in Emmetsburg,Iowa.

Notes for DANIEL MURPHY:

1870 Census lists him as farmer w/ real estate worth 300 and personal property of 1050. He could not read or write. He was a citizen.

1895 Iowa State Census-Emmetsburg Twp.

Listed as living with family:

Josephine Murphy age 9

Daniel Murphy age 7

Willie Murphy age 5

Were these grandchildren? No married children living with them.

1900 Cenus in E'burg twp. B. Dec 1821,widower, farmer, b. Ireland. He can read,write,speak English.

1908:

Daniel Murphy, Sr.

Was a Resident of County for Fifty-One Years

Daniel Murphy, Sr., one of the oldest citizens of our county, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Thomas Burns, of Emmetsburg township, last Thursday morning. He had been ill but a short time, though for several months he had not shown the hardiness or the vigor for which he was noted. The funeral was held Saturday forenoon. There was a large procession. Services were conducted at Assumption church by Very Rev. J. J. Smith. The interment was in St. John's cemetery. The pallbearers were Thomas Kirby, John Burns, James Conway, Charles Nolan, Patrick Eaton, and Patrick Joynt.

The deceased was born in the county of Meath, Ireland, March 3, 1816. He came to the United States in 1848. He was married at Newark, New Jersey, October 7, 1853, to Elizabeth Lowery. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy came west soon after, living for four years at Elgin, Illinois. In 1857, they moved to Palo Alto county and soon after located on the farm in Emmetsburg township on which he spent the remainder of his career. Mrs. Murphy died nine years ago. The surviving members of his family are five sons and four daughters. The sons are Lawrence J., of Sioux City, and Patrick J., Daniel Edward, and M. L. of this county. The daughters are Mesdames John Eaton, Chris Claer, Daniel Donahue, and Thomas Burns.

There are no more exemplary or deserving people in our community than these sons and daughters. There are 34 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The deceased held front rank with the many worthy pioneers who laid the foundation of our community. Fifty-one years ago he lived in a small house that was located about where the sheriff's residence now stands. He was a plain, straightforward, honest man. He was simple in his tastes and his habits. He was anything but pretentious. He was an humble, economical, and thrifty toiler. He was hospitable and charitable. He never turned from his door the tired and needy traveler. He was an obliging and a helpful neighbor. Had all been as patient and as justly disposed as he was, there would have been little to do for the courts or police officers. He lived to an exceptionally ripe old age, leaving to the surviving members of his family a record of industry, usefulness, and unpretentious, conscientious devotion to duty which they can always justly and proudly treasure. The Democrat joins their numerous friends and neighbors in extending sincere sympathy to them in the death of one who was so dear to them and whose career of over fifty years of activity in our county was so closely associated with its moral welfare.

More About DANIEL MURPHY:

Divorced: 1848

Emigration: 1848

Occupation: 1870, Farmer

Notes for ELIZABETH LOWRY:

Obit of Elizabeth Lowery Murphy - 1898

Reprinted from the Emmetsburg Newspaper of 23 November 1898

Mrs Daniel Murphy, Sr., Dead

Last Monday noon, Mrs. Daniel Murphy, resident of Emmetsburg Township, breathed her last. She had been quite low for several weeks and death finally came to end her sufferings. The funeral took place Friday forenoon. It was quite large. Services were conducted at the Catholic Church and the remains were laid to rest in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were John Booley, P. Joynt, John Joynt, Lawrence Burns, J.F. Neary and Owen Donahue Sr. The maiden name of the deceased was Elizabeth Lowery. She was a native of the County of Meath, Ireland, where she was born in March, 1831. She came to the United States when a young lady and was married to Daniel Murphy at Newark, New Jersey, October 7, 1853. They moved to Elgin, Illinois, where they lived for four years. About forty years ago they became residents of this county. Mr. Murphy still survives her and is quite strong and hearty.

There are five sons: Lawrence J., Patrick J., Daniel, Edward and Matthew, and four daughters: Mrs. John Eaton, Mrs. Chris Clare, Mrs. Daniel Donahue, and Miss Maggie, who is still at home. Mrs. P. Meehan and Mrs. Michael Jackman are sisters of the deceased.

Mrs. Murphy was one of the best and truest of Christian wives and mothers. For forty years she was known as an excellent member of the community and during all this time she enjoyed only the highest esteem and the warmest friendship of all who knew her and mingled with her.

Gentleness, patience, humility, sincerity and true Christian fervor characterized her as the maternal guide of a happy and peaceful home, as a generous obliging neighbor and as an earnest faithful friend. All will miss her and especially those whose hearts were so often touched by the fondly remembered deeds of love that bind the wife and mother to her home.

Children of DANIEL MURPHY and ELIZABETH LOWRY are:

i. LAWRENCE J³ MURPHY, b. 08/16/1854, Illinois (Source: 1870 Census.); d. 04/09/1939; m. HANNAH DUNN, 05/17/1886.

ii. CATHERINE MURPHY, b. Abt. 1857, Illinois (Source: 1870 Census.); m. JOHN EATON, 11/29/1876 (Source: Palo Alto County Marriage Records-Book 1.); b. Bet. 1852 - 1853, Ireland.

Notes for JOHN EATON:

1880 census living in Emmetsburg Township. No children. Farmer. Thomas Eaton was neighbor, possibly father.

4. iii. ROSE ANN MURPHY, b. 10/08/1858, Elgin, Illinois; d. 02/16/1944, Emmetsburg,Iowa.

5. iv. PATRICK J MURPHY, b. 10/24/1859, Iowa; d. 09/08/1913.

6. v. DANIEL MURPHY, b. 01/21/1862, Palo Alto County, Iowa; d. 1954.

7. vi. MARY MURPHY, b. 02/22/1866, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 02/1912, Emmetsburg, Iowa.

8. vii. EDWARD FRANCIS MURPHY, b. 10/24/1869, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 10/15/1954, Estherville,Iowa.

viii. MARGARET MURPHY, b. 06/1873 (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 11B.); m. THOMAS BURNS.

Notes for MARGARET MURPHY:

1900 census. Living w/ father, b. June 1873 in IA, age 27

ix. MATT MURPHY, b. Abt. 1875.

Notes for MATT MURPHY:

Not listed on 1895 State Census as living with rest of family.

x. MARTIN L MURPHY, b. 11/1874 (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 11B.); m. ELIZABETH REDMOND.

Notes for MARTIN L MURPHY:

1900 Census-E'burg Twp, Living w/ father, single, age 25, single, b. Nov 1874 in IA. Farm laborer.

3. EDWARD² MURPHY (LAWRENCE¹) was born Abt. 1830, and died 03/05/1893. He married MARY JOYNT 05/21/1872, daughter of DAVID JOYNT and BRIDGET MCDERMOTT. She was born Bet. 09/1832 - 1833 in County Galway,Ireland (Source: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co..), and died 01/28/1905 in Emmetsburg township, Palo Alto County, Iowa (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.).

Notes for EDWARD MURPHY:

1880 census marked that he could not read or write.

Palo Alto Reporter, March 10, 1893

Edward Murphy died, at his home, in Emmetsburg township, on the morning of Sunday, March 5. Mr. Murphy has been ailing for several years, but his death was hardly looked for at the time it occured. He has been resident of the county for more that twenty years and was a good citizen.

More About EDWARD MURPHY:

Occupation: 1880, Farmer

Notes for MARY JOYNT:

1870 Census has her listed as 30 yrs old so may have been born 1840 or so? She was living w/ bros. Patrick, John, Michael. Husband, Ned, must have died in the last year or so as he is not listed and she has Catherine, a 1 yr old. She had real estate in amt. of 400 and personal in amt of 195.

They must have been in PA at least from 1862-1864 as 8 yr old Robert and 6 yr old Mary were born in PA.

1880 Census has her listed as age 40. Married to Edward Murphy. Children all listed as Murphys. Living in Emmetsburg Township. Marked that she could neither read nor write.

Edward died before 1900 census as he was not listed. 1900 census lists Mary as emigrating in 1853 and havlng lived in U.S. for 47 years-Emmetsburg TWP line6 page 99 (13A) household 38,family 38.

From the Emmetsburg Democrat Wednesday Feb. 1, 1905:

Mrs. Edward Murphy is Dead

Mrs. Edward Murphy died quite unexpectedly at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Donahue, of Emmetsburg twonship, Saturday evening , at 6:30. She was 72 years of age. The funeral was held Tuesday. The usual services were conducted at Assumption church and the interment was in St. John's cemetery. There was a large procession.

The deceased was born in the county of Galway, Ireland in 1833. Her maiden name was Mary Joynt. She was a sister of Patrick, John and Michael Joynt, and Mrs. David Higgins, of this place. She came to America in 1853. She lived at Binghampton, New York, one year. In 1854 she went to Pittsburg, Penn. July 15, 1861, she was united in marriage to Michael Nestor. In 1856 they moved to Dyersville, where they resided until 1869. In the spring of 1869 Mr. Nestor came to Palo Alto county and took up a homestead in Emmetsburg township, three miles west of this city. April 28, of the same year, while hunting at Virgin lake, in the western part of the county, he was drowned by the capsizing of the boat which he was rowing. The following September the wife and five children came from Dyersville and settled on the homestead, where she continued to reside until her death. May 21, 1872, she was united in marriage to Edward Murphy who died March 4, 1893. The children born to the first union were Dr. R.J. Nestor, of Waterloo, Iowa; Mrs. Thomas Mulry, of Chicago; David, who died April 8, 1890; Joseph, of Wash, Oklahoma; and Mrs. S. C. Noll, of O'Neill, Nebraska. The children born to the second union are L. Murphy, of this city, and Mrs. James Donahue, who resides on the old homestead. All the surviving members of the family were present at the funeral except Joseph.

Mrs. Murphy was one of the best wives and mothers in the community. She was quiet, unassuming and frugal and her zeal for the education, training and comforts of the members of her family is splendidly exemplified in the lives of the most respected sons and daughters who survive. She was a devout member of the Catholic Church. Her actions were constantly influenced by the highest Christian motives. The dreaded messenger called her quite suddenly, but she knew well God's laws and she observed them, fully realizing that those who live as they should are best prepared to answer the final call. It is hard indeed for the devoted sons and daughters to part with the fondest and best friend that the world knows-she who in infancy, in youth, and in more advanced years, would have cheerfully given up her live were it necessary to insure their safety, but such sad, such dreade partings must in time come to all homes. There is, however, in death's solemn presence, consolation when it is realized taht the live that has gone out was sincere, exemplary, and edifying and that God rewards justly all who serve him faithfully.

More About MARY JOYNT:

Burial: St John's Cemetery, E'burg, Iowa

Emigration: 1853, Ireland

Occupation: 1870, Dressmaker (Source: 1870 Census-Great Oak Twp-Palo Alto Co, IA, Handwritten Page 6.)

Children of EDWARD MURPHY and MARY JOYNT are:

9. i. LAWRENCE F.³ MURPHY, b. Abt. 1872, Palo Alto Co.; d. 1938.

10. ii. ROSIE MURPHY, b. 09/1875; d. 1952.

iii. THEODORE CHASE MURPHY, b. 12/1885, New York (Source: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co..).

Notes for THEODORE CHASE MURPHY:

According to 1900 census his parents were born in NY..

Generation No. 3

4. ROSE ANN³ MURPHY (DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 10/08/1858 in Elgin, Illinois, and died 02/16/1944 in Emmetsburg,Iowa. She married CHRISTOPHER CLARE 05/09/1876 in Emmetsburg,Iowa. He was born 06/09/1838 in Wexford County, Ireland, and died 08/23/1928 in Emmetsburg,Iowa.

Notes for ROSE ANN MURPHY:

1880 census says she was born in Iowa

Final Rites for County Pioneer

Mrs. Rose Clare, 85, one of Palo Alto county's pioneers, died in her home in Emmetsburg, February 16. She had been ill for 18 months. Funeral services were held Saturday from the Assumption church with the Rev. Father Schissel officiating. Interment took place in St. John's cemetery and J. J. Martin and Sons Funeral directors were in charge of arrangements.

Serving as pallbearers were Dennis Carroll, Jim Burns, Andy Grace, Bert Ryan, Lou Phillips and P. C. Jackman.

Rose Ann Murphy was born October 7, 1858, in Elgin, Ill., and came to this county with her parents when she was a small child. In 1875 she was married to Christopher Clare in the Assumption church. She lived on a farm in Emmetsburg township until 1917 when she moved to Emmetsburg. She lived here until the time of her death.

Surviving her are six sons and two daughters. The sons are Joe Clare of California, Leo Clare of Estherville, Thomas Clare of Charles City, Vincent Clare, Edward Clare and P. J. Clare, all of Emmetsburg. The daughters are Mrs. Mary Veruil of Chicago and Mrs. Rose Crook of Newton.

She also leaves three brothers and a sister, Matt Murphy of Graettinger, Ed Murphy of Estherville, Mrs. Thomas Burns and Dan Murphy, both of Emmetsburg. Also surviving her are 26 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, six children and four brothers and sisters.

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Notes for CHRISTOPHER CLARE:

Chris Clare Died Tuesday

Was Pioneer of Palo Alto County - Settled in Emmetsburg Township

Eighty Nine Years Old - Born in Ireland - Came Here as Young Man

Chris Clare died at his home here at three o'clock Tuesday afternoon. He suffered a paralytic stroke about eight years ago. On Friday he was taken suddenly worse, and the end came four days later. Funeral services were held at the Assumption church this (Thursday) morning. A requiem high mass was offered by Father J. G. Murtagh. Burial was made in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were: L. J. Murphy, Dan Murphy, Tom Burns, Dan Donahue, Ed Murphy and Matt Murphy - all brothers-in-law of the deceased.

Christopher Clare was born in Wexford county, Ireland in 1839. Thus he was 89 years of age at the time of death. He came to Palo Alto county when a young man and settled in Emmetsburg township. All his active life was spent on the farm.

He was married on May 9, 1876 to Rose Ann Murphy at Emmetsburg. To this union fourteen children were born, five of whom are dead. Those surviving are: Mary and Edward who live at home, Mrs. Lowell Crook and Leo of Estherville, Joe and Thomas of Des Moines, P. J. and Christie, of near Emmetsburg and Vincent, of Milwaukee.

Mr. Clare was one of the old and respected gentlemen of our community. It was not our privilege to know him personally, but have heard many fine things of him. He was a true type of manhood - brave, loyal and devoted to life's responsibilities. He leaves a large and respected family to continue his labors. He was one of those courageous pioneers who mastered the prairie wilds and brought them up to the fertile and profitable condition we now enjoy. To such men the present generation owes an unpayable debt of gratitude. To his family we extend sincere sympathy.

More About CHRISTOPHER CLARE:

Emigration: 1847, From Wexford, Ireland

Children of ROSE MURPHY and CHRISTOPHER CLARE are:

i. MARY⁴ CLARE, b. 12/04/1878, Emmetsburg, Iowa (Source: 1880 Palo Alto Co. Census.); d. 06/09/1970, Emmetsburg, Iowa; m. ADRIAN VERWIEL, Emmetsburg,Iowa.

Notes for MARY CLARE:

Emmetsburg Reporter, 16 June 1970

Funeral Services held for Mrs. Mary Verwiel, 92, Emmetsburg Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Verwiel, 92, Emmetsburg, were held June 12 at Assumption Catholic church, with the Reverend Elmer Thom, pastor, officiating. Burial was in the parish cemetery, with Martin Funeral Home in charge. Mrs. Verwiel died June 9 at Haywood Nursing Home. Mrs. Verwiel was born in Emmetsburg December 4, 1887, the daughter of Christopher and Rose Ann Murphy Clare. She was married to Adrian Verwiel and was a life long resident of Emmetsburg. Survivors include four brothers: Leo of Estherville, Vincent of Knoxville, Thomas of Mason City and Joe of Sacramento and one sister, Mrs. Rose Crook of Newton, Iowa. Pallbearers were Gregory Bormann, Donald Bormannn, Lester Grace, Edward Donahue, Leo Joynt and Gerald Hand.

11. ii. PATRICK J. CLARE, b. 09/08/1879, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 06/1970, Emmetsburg, Iowa.

iii. KATHERINE CLARE, b. 03/10/1882, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.); d. 11/1918, Chicago, Illinois.

Notes for KATHERINE CLARE:

Emmetsburg Democrat, November 20, 1918

Gave life for others

Sister Mary Christine, Daughter of Mr. amd Mrs. Chris Clare, who recently died in Chicago Sister Mary Christine, formerly known to our many readers as Miss Katherine Clare, died in Chicago on Monday of last week. She had not been rugged for some time but her condition did not become serious until four or five days before the final summons came. The funeral services were held in St. Bridget's Church, Sister Mary Christine having taught for several years in the parish school. Mass was celebrated by Father O'Sullivan, the pastor. He delivered an instructive sermon at the close and he paid a well deserved tribute to the worth of the good Sister, who had been called to her final reward. A large number of priests and sisters were in attendance. Mrs. Chris Clare of this city, mother of the deceased and her daughter, Miss Mary, of Spirit Lake were present at the obsequies. The burial was in Calvary cemetery.

Katherine Clare was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Clare, who were among the pioneers of Emmetsburg township. She was born March 10, 1882. She attended St. Mary's Academy of this place for some time, after which she was a student at the Catholic Academy at Charles City. She entered Mt. Carmel at Dubuque as a novice on September 8, 1900. She took her final vows as a member of the order of the Sisters of Charity of B. V. M. in 1903. She taught in St. Francis Academy at Council Bluffs for seven years and was on duty as a teacher in a convent at St. Louis for two or three years. The remainder of her life, as a member of the community to which she belonged, was spent in Chicago. She was actively engaged for several years in St. Bridget's school. She devoted seventeen years of her life to laborious work in the school room. She is survived by her parents of this city and by seven brothers and three sisters. The brothers are Edward, P. J., Chris, Thomas, Leo, Joseph and Vincent. Edward is in the service in France. The sisters are Miss Mary Clare of Spirit Lake and Misses Margaret and Rose Clare who are at home.

In her girlhood years, Sister Mary Christine gave promise of a life of piety and devotion to works of charity and helpfulness to society. She was quiet, modest and humble and she applied herself diligently in the school room that she might prove herself worthy of the high calling in which she had fixed her ambition. When she had finished the years of her novitiate and had taken the solemn obligations of the religious order of her choice, she put all of the earnestness of her soul into the exacting labours of the consientious and zealous teacher. True to her view of chastity, poverty and obedience, she dismissed from her mind all worldly considerations and sought to give her undivided attention and efforts to the spiritual and educational welfare of the little children who were entrusted to her supervision in the classroom. She never received a cent in compensation for her services. This is the rule of the order. All that she was allowed were her meals, the plain garments that she wore and her lodging. Hence her life was one of sacrifice for education and religion. How well she succeeded as a teacher is well known to the people of the communities in which she laboured. Who will doubt that God will reward her abundantly for the humble, devoted career she led and for all that she did that others might be benefited. The sincere sympathy of all is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Clare and to their sons and daughters in their sorrow.

iv. DANIEL CLARE, b. 10/1883, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.); d. Abt. 12/11/1912, Spencer, Iowa.

Notes for DANIEL CLARE:

From Emmetsburg Democrat, 11 Dec 1912

Death of Daniel Clare

Passed Away in Spencer Hospital Last Saturday

Sunday morning our citizens were pained to learn of he death of Daniel J Clare, son of Mr. and mrs. Chris Clare, of Emmetsburg township, which occurred at the hospital at Spencer on Saturday. He had made several trips to Rochester, Minnesota to consult Drs. Mayo and he also visited other places, but he was not given any encouragement. A short time ago he went to Spencer. Early Saturday morning his mother and his brother Patrick of this place were called to his bedside. They reached Spencer only a few hours before he passed away. His ailment was Bright's disease, which was attended with other complications. His health had been declining for about three years. The funeral was held Monday forenoon. There was a large attendance. A requiem high mass was celebrated at Assumption church, Very Rev. P.F. Farrelly officiating. The burial was in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were Wm Joynt, H. Brennan, Andrew Grace, Joseph Joyce, L. Ryan and Joseph Joynt. Mr. Clare was born in this county October 26, 1883. Hence he was 29 years of age. He is survived by his parents, four sisters and eight brothers. All the members of the family reside in this community except Chris of Bushtown, Kansas, Edward of Omaha and Sister Mary Christine of Council Bluffs. Both of the absent brothers were present at the funeral.

The death of Mr. Clare at such an early age in life is a severe blow to his parents and to his brothers and sisters. He was an obedient, dutiful, loving son and an affectionate brother. His life was most ecemplary. No young man in our community stood higher among his neighbors and associates. He was humble and courteous and would not knowingly injure the feelings of any person. He was frugal and thrifty and, for his years, his efforts, from a business standpoint, had been crowned with success. He had everything to live for and to hope for when his health failed and he was forced to give up all that was encouraging and enjoyable. His taking off shows the uncertainty of life under the most favorable circumstances . God knows what is best for the young, teh fair and the vigorous as well as for the aged, the declining and the decrepid . Those who strive to do his holy will and who have confidence in his goodness andin his mercy will be rewarded with happiness that will continue through the endless ages of eternity. Mr. Clare will be sadly missed by those who were near and dear to him, but they will be consoled by the knowledge that his career was useful and edifying and that he stood so high in the respect of his fellow men. The sympathy of all is extended to them in their bereavement.

v. MAGGIE CLARE, b. 03/1884, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa.).

12. vi. CHRISTIE CLARE, b. 01/30/1886, Emmetsburg township,Iowa; d. 04/15/1936, Iowa City, Iowa.

vii. THOMAS CLARE, b. 11/28/1887, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.).

viii. MICHAEL CLARE, b. 09/1889, Emmetsburg township, Palo Alto, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.); d. Abt. 01/11/1911, Emmetsburg township, Palo Alto, Iowa.

Notes for MICHAEL CLARE:

From the Emmetsburg Democrat 11 Jan 1911

Michael Clare Dead

Passed Away Thursday Evening at the Age of 21

Thursday evening Michael Clare, son of Mr and Mrs. Chris Clare, died at his home in Emmetsburg township. He had been failing with tuberculosis for three years. He sought change of climate and of environment, hoping for results that would offer the hope of returning strength and vigor, but without success. He spent one season at the sanitarium at Iowa City and another in Colorado, but neither was of any permanent benefit to him. He had finally to answer the call to which every mortal must sooner or later respond.

The funeral was held Saturday morning. There was a long procession of sorrowing relatives and friends. There was a requiem mass at Assumption church, Father Marks officiating. The interment was in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were Joseph Hand, Joseph Donahue, George Grace, Charles Grace, Ray Joynt and Len Sherlock.

The deceased was born on his father's farm. He was never absent from home for any length of time except as stated above. He was an exemplary and devoted son and one of the most faithful and loving of brothers. His death at an age that was so full of hope and promise to him as well as to the members of the happy household in which he had formed the fondest and strongest of ties, will be keenly felt by those who survive. Besides the parents there are eight sons and four daughters. All have the sympathy of their many friends and acquaintances in their hour of sorrow.

ix. EDWARD CLARE, b. 09/18/1891, Emmetsburg, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.); d. 11/1959, Emmetsburg, Iowa.

Notes for EDWARD CLARE:

Emmetsburg Reporter, 24 November 1959

Edward is dead at 68; Services held

Funeral services were held for Edward T. Clare, 68, lifelong and well known resident were held Monday morning at St. Thomas Catholic Church with the Reverend C. E. Farrelly officiating.

Mr. Clare died Friday at Palo Alto Memorial Hospital after an illnes of two years. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery with the Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Andrew Grace, Gregory Bormann, Joseph Welsh, Joseph Hand, Ed Douvia and Thomas Eaton, all of Emmetsburg. Mr. Clare was born in Emmetsburg September 18, 1891, the son of Christopher and Rose Ann Clare. He was a retired painter and farmer. He served in the military service for two years during World War One and a year in the states. Mr. Clare was well liked and leaves many friends. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Rose Crook of Newton and Mrs. Mary Verwiel of Emmetsburg and five brothers, Leo of Estherville, Tom of Charles City, Vincent of Knoxville, Patrick of Emmetsburg and Joe of Los Angeles, California.

x. ROSE A CLARE, b. 10/1893, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.); m. UNKNOWN CROOK.

13. xi. LEO JAMES CLARE, b. 12/04/1895, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 06/17/1976, Estherville,Iowa.

xii. HERBERT JOHN CLARE, b. 06/08/1898, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.); d. 03/1916, Emmetsburg township, Palo Alto, Iowa.

Notes for HERBERT JOHN CLARE:

Emmetsburg Democrat 28 March, 1916

Death of Herbert John Clare

Herbert John, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Clare of Emmetsburg township died Tuesday evening of last week after an illnes of eighteen months. He attended St. Mary's Academy for some time and finished the eighth grade in 1914 winning the K. C. five dollar prize for the best record for application and deportment. Some time afterwards, he was taken ill and, though given the best of medical care, he never gained in strength. The funeral was held Friday. Services were conducted in the Assumption church, Reverend W. Viet officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the St. John's Cemetery. The pallbearers were members of his classes when he attended St. Mary's Academy. He is survived by his parents, seven brothers and four sisters. Among those who came from a distance were Mrs. Martha Claer and Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Claer of Spencer, Sister Mary Christine of St. Francis Academy, who is a sister of the deceased, Mrs. John Eaton, Mr and Mrs. M. I. Murphy and E. F. Murphy of Graettinger. The deceased was a quiet dutiful, industrious, obedient young man. He was beloved by his fond parents and by his worthy sisters and brothers and was esteemed by his classmates and other companions. He was bright and diligent and put to good use the time spent in the school room as was shown by the prize won by him, mention of which is made above. His death at such an early age is a source of much anquish to his parents and the other members of the family. All have the sincere sympathy of a wide circle of relatives and friend in their bereavement.
Note: Herbert was born 08 June, 1898

xiii. JOSEPH CLARE, b. 04/1899, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.).

14. xiv. VINCENT WILLIAM CLARE, b. 03/21/1903, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 03/04/1981.

5. PATRICK J³ MURPHY (DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 10/24/1859 in Iowa (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.), and died 09/08/1913 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.). He married MARY NEARY, daughter of JOHN NEARY and ELLEN KINNEY. She was born 1856 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.), and died 1941 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.).

Notes for PATRICK J MURPHY:

From the Emmetsburg Democrat 8 May 1908:

We understand that the buildings on P.J. Murphy's homestead near Draper, South Dakota, were blown down by the destructive tornado that recently swept over the country from North Dakota to Alabama.

2 Dec 1908:

Mrs. Thos. Burns arrived home from Iowa City Friday. She went there to see her brother, P.J. Murphy. There is little improvement in his condition.

Child of PATRICK MURPHY and MARY NEARY is:

i. DANIEL J⁴ MURPHY, b. 11/28/1887 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.); d. 08/04/1907 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.).

6. DANIEL³ MURPHY (DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 01/21/1862 in Palo Alto County, Iowa, and died 1954. He married ELLEN DONAHUE 1891 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, daughter of OWEN DONAHUE and ELLEN CARROLL. She was born 04/1874 in Frankfort, Illinois, and died 1966.

Notes for DANIEL MURPHY:

From the Emmetsburg Democrat Wednesday, January 9, 1907: Dan Murphy Trustee of E'burg

"The Emmetsburg Democrat", Thursday, May 20, 1954

Rites Held For Murphy, Born In Log Cabin Here

Funeral services for Dan Murphy, 92, longtime and well known Emmetsburg resident, were held at Assumption church Monday morning with the Rev. James Cain, assistant pastor, officiating. Burial was in St. John's cemetery with the Martin Funeral home in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers were James L. Burns, Joe Carroll, Bert Ryan, D. W. Joynt, Cletus Oliver and Francis Neary.

Mr. Murphy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Murphy, was born in a log cabin on the bank of the Des Moines River west of Emmetsburg, Jan. 21, 1862.

His parents were early settlers here. He was married on Nov. 2, 1890, to Miss Ellen Donahue in Emmetsburg. Five children were born to the couple. Three preceded him in death, Mrs. Francis Jackman, Earl, and Maurice Murphy.

Mrs. Murphy and two sons survive. The sons are Eugene Murphy and Francis Murphy. Two brothers, Matt Murphy of Graettinger and Ed Murphy of Estherville also survive.

Mr. and Mrs. Murphy, with their family, lived on their farm southwest of Emmetsburg for many years. Mr. Murphy retired from the farm in 1936, and moved to Emmetsburg where they purchased a home. He was a good neighbor and was always willing to lend a helping hand in any worthy enterprise. He was a devout member of his church. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary last November.

Notes for ELLEN DONAHUE:

1966

Mrs. Dan Murphy, County Resident 88 Years, Dies

Mrs. Dan Murphy, 94, a resident of Palo Alto county for 88 years, died at the home of her son, Francis, Sunday after failing health of several months and complications of advanced age. Funeral services were to be held this (Tues.) morning at the Assumption church, with Msgr. W. F. Mason officiating. Burial will be in St. John's cemetery, with the Martin Funeral Home in charge. Pallbearers included Pete Salisbury, Merle Naugle, James L. Burns, Ray Meyers, Ed Donahue and Ed Schroeder. Mrs. Murphy, the former Ellen Donahue, was born in 1872 to Owen and Ellen Carroll Donahue in Frankfort, Ill. Coming to Palo Alto county as a young woman, she was married here in the Assumption church in 1891. The couple established their home on a farm near Emmetsburg and became the parents of five children, four of whom preceded their mother in death. Mr. Murphy died in 1954. In recent years Mrs. Murphy made her home with her son, Francis, and in her declining years she was given every care by devoted members of her family. There are 22 grandchildren and 74 great-grandchildren. The elderly lady had many memories of early days in the county and lived to see many changes. Four children who died before their mother were Mrs. Francis Jackman, Eugene, Earl, and Maurice Murphy. Many friends regret the death of Mrs. Murphy.

Marriage Notes for DANIEL MURPHY and ELLEN DONAHUE:

November 1941

Celebrated Their Golden Anniversary On Sunday

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Murphy of Emmetsburg observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary Sunday, November 2. At noon a dinner was served to eight-five relatives and close friends in the south side gymnasium. The tables were attractively decorated with gold and white streamers and fall flowers. The centerpiece of the anniversarians' table was a three-tier wedding cake decorated in gold and white topped with a miniature bride and groom. During the afternoon from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Open House was held at the Murphy home. Many friends called during the day to pay their respects to this fine couple. Coffee and cake were served to the quests. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy were the recipients of many lovely gifts in remembrance of the happy occasion.

Mr. Murphy, son of the late Dan and Elizabeth Lowery Murphy, was born in Emmetsburg township on January 22, 1864. He is 77 years of age. Mr. Murphy's parents came to Palo Alto county in 1857. Mrs. Murphy, 68, daughter of the late Owen and Ellen Donahue, was born at Frankfort, Illinois, on April 16, 1873. Mrs. Murphy's parents located in Palo Alto in 1884. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy were united in marriage on November 2, 1891 in the Assumption church in Emmetsburg, with Rev. McCaulley officiating. They were attended by the late Mr. and Mrs. Dan Donahue. Following their marriage they engaged in farming, operating their farm west of Emmetsburg for forty-five years. They moved into Emmetsburg about five years ago and have since made their home on West 16th Street.

Four sons and one daughter where born to the happy couple. Two have since passed away - Mrs. Francis Jackman and Earl Murphy. There are three sons - Gene, Francis and Maurice Murphy, all of whom reside in this city.

Mr. and Mrs. Murphy are among the finest our county. They have enjoyed for many years the high esteem and the sincere good will of a large circle of friends and acquaintances. They have been known as neighborly folks, exemplary Christians, and good, reliable citizens. They have always contributed their fair share to community, social and religious advancement. Their very successful anniversary observance is a natural result of their fifty years of happily wedded life and strict devotion to the best interests of their home.

Out-of-town relatives present for the important occasion were Edw. Murphy, Hazel Murphy and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Clare of Estherville; Mr. and Mrs. Matt Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Tindall, and Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Flemings of Graettinger and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Wise of Mallard.

Children of DANIEL MURPHY and ELLEN DONAHUE are:

15. i. EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, b. 07/22/1893, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 11/13/1930, Walnut Township, Palo Alto Co ,Iowa.

ii. EUGENE MURPHY, b. 10/1894; d. Aft. 1954.

iii. DANIEL EARL MURPHY, b. 03/1897; d. Bef. 1954.

16. iv. MAURICE MURPHY, b. 12/21/1904, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 12/17/1944, Emmetsburg, Iowa.

v. FRANCIS MURPHY, d. Aft. 1954.

7. MARY³ MURPHY (DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 02/22/1866 in Emmetsburg, Iowa (Source: 1870 Census.), and died 02/1912 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She married DANIEL DONAHUE 11/09/1892 in Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12B.), son of OWEN DONAHUE and ELLEN CARROLL. He was born 03/1862 in Illinois (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12B.).

Notes for MARY MURPHY:

Emmetsburg Democrat, 14 February 1912

MRS. DANIEL DONAHUE DEAD

The Funeral Was Held Tuesday Morning.

Mrs. Daniel Donahue died early Sunday morning at her home in Emmetsburg township. The sad news was not a surprise to our many local citizens as she had been very low for a long time and her death had been almost daily expected for several weeks. She had not been rugged for three or four years, although the seriousness of her condition was not fully realized until about eleven weeks ago, since which time she was not able to be about. The funeral was held yesterday. It was very largely attended, several coming from a distance to be present at the last solemn exercises. Services were held at St. Thomas church. A requiem high mass was celebrated by Father McNerney. The burial was in St. John's cemetery. The pall beareres were Patrick Joynt, Michael Joynt, John J. Kane, Owen McNulty, James P. Conway, and Thomas Kirby.

Mary Murphy ws born in this community February 22, 1866. Hence she was within a few days of being 46 years of age. November 9, 1892, she was united in marriage at Assumption church in this city to Daniel Donahue. Besides the husband, there are two daughters - Alice aged 15, and Elizabeth, aged 13. There are five brothers and three sisters. The brothers are L. J., P. J., D. T., E. F., and M. L. Murphy. All reside in this county except L. J. who lives at Sioux City. There are also three sisters - Mesdames John Eton, C. Claer, and Thomas Burns, all of this vicinity.

Mrs. Donahue was one of the most exemplary Christian wives and mothers in our county. She was humble, patient, dutiful, kind and condsiderate. Her actions were at all times edifying. She was a woman of pure, lofty ideals and she was, under all circumstances, true to them. She would make many sacrifices rather than incur the enmity of others, although she would not reglect for any one what she regarded as a duty. She had a beautiful, comfortable, happy home and she did all that mortal could do to make it the abiding place of love, joy, and contentment. She was called from her affectionate and dutiful husband and her loving children in the best, the most useful years of her life. She will be dearly missed by them and by our citizens in general but her worthy purposes and her ennobling deeds will be long and helpfully remembered by all who knew her and respected her.

Children of MARY MURPHY and DANIEL DONAHUE are:

i. ALICE⁴ DONAHUE, b. 12/1896, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12B.).

ii. BESSIE DONAHUE, b. 10/1899, Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12B.).

8. EDWARD FRANCIS³ MURPHY (DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 10/24/1869 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, and died 10/15/1954 in Estherville,Iowa. He married MARY BRIDGET JOYNT 05/20/1895 in Graettinger,Iowa, daughter of JOHN JOYNT and ROSEANN MCNALLY. She was born 05/22/1875 in Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: Palo Alto County Death Records-Book 3.), and died 12/30/1914 in Emmetsburg Iowa (Source: Palo Alto County Death Records-Book 3.).

Notes for EDWARD FRANCIS MURPHY:

1900 Census dwelling,family #23 p. 12A, farmer.

Edward Francis Murphy Dies

Rites Monday

Edward F. Murphy, a resident of Estherville for 32 years, died this morning at Holy Family hospital. Cause of death was given as a heart ailment. Mr. Murphy, born in Emmetsburg, would have been 85 on Oct. 24 and had been hospitalized for the past month.

The deceased, a retired railroad worker, was preceded in death by his wife Mary, who died in 1914, and three brothers and four sisters. One brother, M. L. Murphy of Graettinger, survives.

Survivors also include four daughters and one son. They are Hazel Murphy of Estherville, Mrs. Leo Clare of Estherville, Mrs. Fred Kannenberg of Spirit Lake, Mrs. Idella Fleming of Washington, D. C., and Joseph Murphy of Council Bluffs. All were present at the time of his death. In addition he is survived by 12 grandchildren.

The body will be brought to the Clare home at 403 North Second Street, and Rosary will be said at the home at 8 o'clock Sunday night. Funeral services will be held at St. Patrick's church on Monday morning at 9:30 o'clock with the Rev. Father J. H. Duhigg officiating.

Notes for MARY BRIDGET JOYNT:

Married to a Murphy who was still alive at time of her death. She was 34 years 7 months 8 days at time of death. Her death record lists her as Murphy,Mary B. and parents are listed as Roseanne McNally and John Joynt that is why I know she is married to a Murphy.

Obit from The Palo Alto Tribune Wed. Jan. 6th, 1914:

Mrs. Ed Murphy

Sad indeed was the message that conveyed news of the death of Mrs. Ed Murphy which occurred at ther home in Walnut township on Wednesday of last week. Following the birth of a baby the mother was summoned from life and the baby too passed away. The body was brought to Emmetsburg for burial. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Louis Anthofer at Assumption church on New Years Day and the interment was made in St. John's cemetery. Miss Mary Joynt was born in Emmetsburg township on May 2, 1875. There she grew to young womanhood. On May 20, 1894 she was united in marriage to Edward Murphy. To this union thirteen children were born, five of whom survive their mother. Mrs. Murphy was a good woman, faithful in her duties, devotion and sacrifices to her husband and family. Much indeed, has been taken from them, for on earth there is no love like mother love, and none other can administer such care as she. Death is sad at any time but when a young woman, in the prime of life, a mother whose care in devotion is needed by dependent children is taken, only the knowledge that a Divine Providence has intervened, can satisfy human nature that all is well. Besides her husband and five children, Mrs. Murphy leaves her mother, Mrs. John Joynt, one sister, Mrs. Michael Hoben, and a half brother, Henry Joynt, all of whom share in teh sympathy of the community which is freely extended.

More About MARY BRIDGET JOYNT:

Cause of Death: shock from premature childbirth(7 mo.),anemia during pregnancy

Fact 1: 01/01/1915, buried St. John's Catholic Cemetery-E'burg

Children of EDWARD MURPHY and MARY JOYNT are:

17. i. MARY IDELLA⁴ MURPHY, b. 03/15/1896, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 09/07/1988, Deland, Florida.

18. ii. CATHERINE EILEEN MURPHY, b. 05/12/1898, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 05/05/1987, New Richmond, Wisconsin.

iii. LIZABETH HAZEL MURPHY, b. 11/01/1901, Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 1, Murphy,Lizabeth Hazel born 4-22-1902 in Emmetsburg TownshipMother Mary Joynt,Father Edward Murphy.); d. 07/16/1986, Estherville,Iowa.

iv. JOSEPH EDWARD MURPHY, b. 08/04/1906, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 11/29/1971, Council Bluffs, Iowa; m. LENA HOCK.

More About JOSEPH EDWARD MURPHY:

Burial: 11/1971, St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Council Bluffs, IA

19. v. FLORENCE ROSAMOND MURPHY, b. 08/07/1908, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 08/27/1990, Spirit Lake, Iowa.

9. LAWRENCE F.³ MURPHY (EDWARD², LAWRENCE¹) was born Abt. 1872 in Palo Alto Co., and died 1938. He married ANNA ELIZABETH MCNALLY, daughter of MYLES MCNALLY and MARIA KANE. She was born 04/02/1874 in Palo Alto County, Iowa (Source: Pension Papers of Myles McNally.), and died 1961.

Notes for LAWRENCE F. MURPHY:

Estimated year of birth from age given in Palo Alto Co. birth records at time of birth of William Edward

More About LAWRENCE F. MURPHY:

Burial: St John's Cemetery, Emmetsburg, Iowa

Fact 1: farmer

Residence: 02/01/1905, Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: Obit of Mary Joynt Nestor Murphy, Feb 1, 1905.)

Notes for ANNA ELIZABETH MCNALLY:

Estimated year of birth from age given in Palo Alto Co. birth records at time of birth of William Edward

More About ANNA ELIZABETH MCNALLY:

Burial: St John's Cemetery, Emmetsburg, Iowa

Residence: 1935, Bonesteel, South Dakota (Source: Obit of Maria Kane McNally E'burg Democrat 03/21/1935.)

Children of LAWRENCE MURPHY and ANNA MCNALLY are:

i. EDNA MARIE⁴ MURPHY, b. 10/04/1908, Emmetsburg Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 1, Murphy,Edna Marie born 10-4-1898 in EmmetsburgMother Annie McNally,Father Lawrence F. Murphy.); m. RAY TAYLOR.

ii. JOLANIE MURPHY.

iii. CLAUDIE MURPHY, b. 01/27/1902, Emmetsburg Iowa (Source: Palo Alto County Death Records-Book 3.); d. 01/22/1913, Ruthven,Iowa (Source: Palo Alto County Death Records-Book 3.).

Notes for CLAUDIE MURPHY:

Age 10 yrs,11mo,25 day at time of death.

From the Emmetsburg Democrat, Wed. January 29, 1913:

Died Rather Unexpectedly

Miss Claudie, Twin Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.E. Murphy

A sad death occurred in this city last Wednesday. Tuesday afternoon while returning to St. Mary's academy, after the dinner hour, Claudie Murphy, aged 11, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.E. Murphy of Emmetsburg township, fell on the ice a short distance north of the building, her head striking on the ground. She did not seem to be injured very badly at the time and, after going into her room, took her seat as usual. She complained during the afternoon that she had a headache. She did not jinform her Sister what had happened to her. She was told that she need not study until she would feel better. She returned to the home of Mr. and Mrs. John McNally where she and her little twin sister were boarding, and after eating a light supper, retired for the night. She complained that she was not feeling very well but Mrs. McNally did not consider her condition in any sense serious. The following morning she did not get up. She did not have any appetite but drank a little coffee. Mrs. McNally washed her face and comberd her hair but did not consider her ill enough to send for her parents. Her little sister went to school as usual. About eleven o'clock Claudie became worse. Dr. Hennessy was summoned. He did not realize what had happend to her, as she had not told anyone about falling down and injuring her head. She died within an hour. Dr. Hennessy says he is confident that her death was the result ot the concussion of the brain. Teh remains were taken to the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Myles McNally, of this city. Her parents did not reach her bedside in time to see her alive.

The funeral was held Friday morning, most of the girls of the Academy attending in a body. Services were conducted at Assumption church at 10 o'clock, Very Rev. P.F. Farrelly celebrating a requiem high mass. At the close he spoke of her aptness, diligence and obedience as a pupil and of the sacrifices that her parents had made to give their children a religious education, closing with a few well chosen remarks on the responsibility of parents in providing for the moral safety of their boys and girls. The burial was in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were Carl Berger, Ray Nally, Herbert Claer, Earl Murphy, Michael Collins, and Peter Collins.

Seldom has death occasioned more profound sorrow in our community than did the passing of this sweet, innocent little school girl. She was a twin daughter and she was the recipient of many attentions by friends as well as the hope of loving solicitious and zealous parental hearts. They had spared no effort to give thier children special opportunities and it is sad to think that she was stricken down almost without a moment's warning. However, Providence must have a wise purpose in permitting such occurrences. His ways are indeed often mysterious. The sympathy of a wide circle of friends is extended to the parents and other relatives in their sorrow.

More About CLAUDIE MURPHY:

Cause of Death: cerebral hemmorage

Fact 1: 01/24/1913, buried St. John's Catholic Cemetery-E'burg

iv. SADIE MURPHY.

v. JOHN GERALD MURPHY, b. 10/28/1904, Emmetsburg Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 4, Murphy,John Gerald born 10-28-1904 in Emmetsburg,IowaParents Annie Elizabeth McNally and Lawrence Murphy.).

vi. WILLIAM EDWARD MURPHY, b. 03/03/1912 (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 3, Murphy,William Edward born 3-3-1912Father Lawrence Murphy age 40 born in Iowa, farmerMother Anna E. McNally ae 38 born in Iowa6 children born, 5 living.).

10. ROSIE³ MURPHY (EDWARD², LAWRENCE¹) was born 09/1875 (Source: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co..), and died 1952 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.). She married JAMES DONAHUE. He was born 1875, and died 1947 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.).

Notes for ROSIE MURPHY:

1900 census age 24, still at home. No occupation listed.

More About ROSIE MURPHY:

Residence: 02/01/1905, Emmetsburg township, Palo Alto County, Iowa (Source: Obit of Mary Joynt Nestor Murphy, Feb 1, 1905.)

Children of ROSIE MURPHY and JAMES DONAHUE are:

i. HELEN⁴ DONAHUE, m. ALEX ANDERSON.

ii. LUCILLE DONAHUE.

iii. JOSEPHINE DONAHUE, b. 10/20/1907, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 06/13/1996, Emmetsburg, Iowa.

Notes for JOSEPHINE DONAHUE:

1996

Funeral Services for Josephine Donahue Were Held Monday in Emmetsburg

Josephine Donahue of Emmetsburg died Thursday, June 13, 1996, at the Emmetsburg

Care Center in Emmetsburg. She was 88.

Funeral services for Miss Donahue were held Monday, June 17, at Assumption Catholic Church in Emmetsburg. The Rev. Eugene Murray officated. Casket bearers were Miss Donahue's great nephews.

Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Emmetsburg. The Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Emmetsburg was in charge of arrangements.

Josephine Donahue was born Oct. 20, 1907, on a farm near Emmetsburg, the daughter of James and Rose (Murphy) Donahue. She graduated from St. Mary's Academy in Emmetsburg. Miss Donahue worked at Carson, Pirie, Scott in Chicago, Ill., then returned to Emmetsburg in the 1940's to care for her mother. She later worked at Iowa Turst & Savings Bank in Emmetsburg. Miss Donahue was a member of Holy Family Parish in Emmetsburg.

Survivors include 15 nieces and nephews. Mrs. Donahue was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Lucille Laffy, Helen Anderson and Margaret Fisher; and two brothers, Edward and Jay.

iv. EDDIE DONAHUE.

20. v. JAY DONAHUE, b. 1913; d. 1960.

vi. MARGARET DONAHUE.

Generation No. 4

11. PATRICK J.⁴ CLARE (ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 09/08/1879 in Emmetsburg, Iowa (Source: 1880 Palo Alto Co. Census.), and died 06/1970 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. He married CATHERINE MURRAY 10/1904. She was born 03/08/1880 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and died 09/28/1943.

Notes for CATHERINE MURRAY:

Emmetsburg democrat, 28 September 1943

Mrs. Catherine Claer

Mrs. J. P. Claer, a resident of this locality for many years, died here Tuesday after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held tomorrow (Friday) morning in the Assumption Church, with burial in St. John's cemetery. Pallbearers selected are W. P. Kerwick, T. A. Hoben, Joe Joynt, Dennis Carroll, Lou Phillips and Tom Burns.

Catherine Murray was born March 8, 1880, near Emmetsburg, and was 63 years old at the time of death. She was married in October 1904 to J. P. Claer in the Assumption Church here. Surviving are the widower and two children, Mrs. T. M. Terwilleger of near mallard and Miss Leonella Claer of here. There are two grandchildren, Marie and John Terwilleger of Mallard, three brothers, James, John and Ben Murray, and one sister, Mrs. Nora Hand, all of Emmetsburg. Sincere sympathy is extended to the surviving relatives.

Children of PATRICK CLARE and CATHERINE MURRAY are:

i. JOHANNA⁵ CLARE, m. TIM TERWILLIGER.

ii. LEONELLA CLARE.

12. CHRISTIE⁴ CLARE (ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 01/30/1886 in Emmetsburg township,Iowa (Source: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa, 12A.), and died 04/15/1936 in Iowa City, Iowa. He married LOLA CROOK.

Notes for CHRISTIE CLARE:

From the Palo Alto Tribune, 23 April 1936

Christopher Clare was buried here last Saturday

The death of Christopher Clare which we mentioned in our last issue occurred at the University Hospital at Iowa City at 3 a. m. Wednesday, April 15, caused by cancer and anemia. The body was brought here for burial. Funeral services were held at the Assumption Church at 9 o'clock Saturday. The Very Reverend J. T. Finnegan officiated. Burial was in St. John's cemetery.

The pall bearers were: Joe Joynt, Will Joynt, Andy Grace, Thomas Eaton, Kenneth Clark and Ed Douvia.

Christopher Clare, son of Christopher and Rose Ann Murphy Clare was born January 30, 1886, in Emmetsburg township and lived there all his life.

He always engaged in farming.

He united in marriage with Miss Lola Crook. Seven children, one boy and six girls were born them. All are living. The girls are: Gladys 15, Margaret 12, Helen 11, Jeanne 10, Kathleen 4 and Elsie 2, the boy Junior was six years old.

The family moved to Pamona, Missouri last November hoping this would benefit Mr. Clare's health. He was in the hospital at Springfield, Missouri for some time. They moved back here the last week in March. He went to the University Hospital at Iowa City April 7th.

Mr Clare was honest, earnest and industrious. He was a good and faithful son, husband and father, and will be sadly missed by the family. Besides his wife and seven children he is survived by his mother, two sisters, Mrs. Rose Crook of Newton, Iowa and Mrs. Mary Verwiel of Chicago. They both came here to attend the funeral. Six brothers also survive: P. J., Edward and Vincent Clare of this city, Leo of Estherville, Joe of Milwaukee and Thomas who lives in Wisconsin. All were here to attend the funeral except Joe and Thomas.

The Tribune extends heart felt sympathy to the bereaved relatives.

Children of CHRISTIE CLARE and LOLA CROOK are:

i. GLADYS⁵ CLARE.

ii. MARGARET CLARE.

iii. HELEN CLARE.

iv. JEANNE CLARE.

v. KATHLEEN CLARE.

vi. ELSIE CLARE.

vii. JUNIOR CLARE.

13. LEO JAMES⁴ CLARE (ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 12/04/1895 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, and died 06/17/1976 in Estherville,Iowa. He married CATHERINE EILEEN MURPHY 11/02/1917 in Graettinger,Iowa, daughter of EDWARD MURPHY and MARY JOYNT. She was born 05/12/1898 in Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 1, Murphy,Catherine born 5-12-1898 in EmmetsburgMother Mary Bridget Joynt, Father E.F. Murphy.), and died 05/05/1987 in New Richmond, Wisconsin.

Notes for LEO JAMES CLARE:

Leo James Clare

From Funeral Card

Leo James Clare

1895-1976

PALLBEARERS (grandsons)

Paul Allis, Jim Mahin, Mike Anderson, Jon VanGuilder, Denny Clare, Dave Wilberg

Services will be conducted at St. John’s Cemetery Emmetsburg, Iowa

Leo James Clare, the son of Chris and Roseann Clare, was born December 4, 1895 at Emmetsburg, Iowa and departed this life at Holy Family Hospital in Estherville, Iowa on Sunday, June 20, 1976 at the age of 80 years, 6 months, and 16 days.

He received his education in St. Mary’s Grade School and graduated from St. Mary’ High School in Emmetsburg, Iowa.

On November 2, 1917, he was united in marriage to Eileen Murphy at Graettinger, Iowa. The couple farmed in the Emmetsburg and Graettinger areas until 1926 when they moved to Estherville, Iowa. He was employed by the Rock Island Railroad for thiry-six years, retiring on May 31, 1963.

He was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Estherville and was a member of Knights of Columbus for thirty years.

Mr. Clare is survived by his wife, Eileen; on son, Robert Clare of Platteville, Wisconsin; two daughters, Mrs. Glen (Leona) Anderson of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Mrs. Marvin (Mary) Wilberg of New Richmond, Wisconsin; twenty grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Rose Crook of Newton, Iowa; and two brothers, Joe Clare of Sacramento, California and Vincent Clare of Knoxville, Iowa. He has been preceded in death by two sons, two daughters, one grandchild, and his parents.

Notes for CATHERINE EILEEN MURPHY:

Catherine Eileen Murphy

From Funeral Card

Eileen Clare

1898-1987

Casketbearers

Michael Anderson

Thomas Anderson

David Wilberg

Douglas Wilberg

Joseph Wilberg

Michael Wilberg

Interment St. John’s Cemetery, Emmetsburg, Iowa

Catherine Eileen Murphy, the daughter of Edward and Mary (Joynt) Murphy, was born May 12, 1898, in Emmetsburg, Iowa and departed this life at Holy Family Hospital in New Richmond, Wisconsin on Tuesday, May 5, 1987 at the age of 88 years, 11 months, and 23 days.

She received her education at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Emmetsburg.

On November 2, 1917 she was united in marriage to Leo James Clare in Graettinger, Iowa. The couple farmed in the Emmetsburg and Graettinger areas until 1926 when they moved to Estherville, Iowa. She worked for Holy Family Hospital in Estherville for twenty-two years. Mr. Clare died in 1976.

She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Estherville, Altar and Rosary Society, and the Legion of Mary.

Mrs. Clare is survived by one son, Robert Clare of Platteville, Wisconsin; two daughters, Mrs. Glen (Leona) Anderson of St. Paul, Minnesota, Mrs. Marvin (Mary) Wilberg of New Richmond, Wisconsin; twenty-three grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Rosamond Kannenberg of Spirit Lake, Iowa, Iadella Fleming of DeLand, Florida; and one sister-in-law, Lena Murphy of Council Bluffs, Iowa. She has been preceded in death by her husband, two sons, two daughters, and one grandchild, and her parents.

More About CATHERINE EILEEN MURPHY:

Burial: 05/08/1987, St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg,IA

Children of LEO CLARE and CATHERINE MURPHY are:

i. MARY GUINEVERE⁵ CLARE, b. 12/10/1917, Graettinger,Iowa; d. 04/30/1923, Estherville,Iowa.

More About MARY GUINEVERE CLARE:

Burial: 1923, StJohn's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg

Christening: 01/01/1917, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Greattinger, IA

ii. EDWARD EUGENE CLARE, b. 05/29/1919, Graettinger,Iowa; d. 05/29/1919, Graettinger,Iowa.

More About EDWARD EUGENE CLARE:

Burial: 1919, StJohn's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg

21. iii. CATHERINE LEONA CLARE, b. 10/20/1920, Graettinger,Iowa.

iv. EDWARD ROBERT CLARE, b. 09/19/1925, Graettinger,Iowa; m. MIRIAM KLEPPER.

v. DONALD JOSEPH CLARE, b. 03/07/1928, Estherville,Iowa; d. 10/06/1936, Estherville,Iowa.

More About DONALD JOSEPH CLARE:

Burial: 1936, StJohn's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg

22. vi. MARY GENIECE CLARE, b. 02/27/1931, Estherville,Iowa.

23. vii. PATRICIA ANN CLARE, b. 10/01/1933, Estherville,Iowa; d. 11/12/1962, San Diego, California.

14. VINCENT WILLIAM⁴ CLARE (ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 03/21/1903 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and died 03/04/1981. He married ELOISE SOPHIA DOBSON 07/06/1942 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, daughter of HALLETT DOBSON and AMELIA SCHULER. She was born 05/23/1906 in Near Blue Earth, Minnesota, and died 09/24/1994 in Oskalooska, Iowa.

Notes for VINCENT WILLIAM CLARE:

Services for Vincent William Clare ,77,who died March 4,1981 at Knoxville Area Community Hospital, were held March 6 at Williams Funeral home.

Father Philip Ryan officiated with interment in Graceland Cemetery

Pallbearers were Bob Momyer,Jim Riherd,Roy Roland,Irvin Birkenholz,Fred Carter and Marvin Carter. Joan Arnott was organist and Dr. Gordon Arnott was vocalist. Mr. Clare was born March 21,1903 at Emmetsburg, Iowa, the son of Christopher and Roseann Murphy Clare.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1942 until 1944.

He married Eloise Sophia Dobson on July 6, 1942 at Emmetsburg, Iowa. Mr. Clare was employed by the Maytag Co.in Newton,Iowa for several years before he retired.

Survivors include his wife Eloise; son Le Roy Clare of Knoxville, three daughters, Mrs Hugh(Elizabeth)Mikesell and Mrs.Jerry(Mary)Pitt, both of Knoxville and Mrs. Ralph(Roseanne)Giesman of Denison;one sister Rose Crook of Newton;eight grandchildrenand 11 great-grandchildren.

Notes for ELOISE SOPHIA DOBSON:

Funeral services for Eloise Sophia Clare,88,of Knoxville, who died September 24,1994 at the Mahaska County Hospital in Oskaloosa,were held September 27,1994 at Williams Funeral Home in Knoxville. Burial was at Graceland Cemetery at Knoxville,Iowa.

The Reverend Philip Cardenzana officiated at the services.

Music was provided by Darlene Mooberry,organist, Joan Arnott,accompanist,and Dr. Gordon M. Arnott,vocalist. Pallbearers were Jack Beaver,Wendall Clare,Mark Jepsen,Darle Mendenhall,Bill Pitt, Jerry Pitt Jr. and Dennis Slycord. Honorary pallbearers were Earl Martinache and Jim Riherd.

Eloise was born on May 23 1906 near Blue Earth, Minnesota, the daughter of Amelia Schuler and Hallet Dobson. She spent her early life in Blue Earth, and later moved to Red Rock, where she made a home for her family. She sewed mosr of the clothing for her children, and enjoyed embroidery,crocheting and baking.

She was united in marriage to Vincent William Clare in Emmetsburg,Iowa on July 6, 1942.

She was preceded in death by her parents;her husband, Vincent, three brothers and a sister. She is survived by three daughters, Mary Pitt,and Elizabeth Mikesell, both of Knoxville,and Roseanne Giesman of Denison; a son Le Roy Clare of Tucson,Arizona; a brother,Armond Dobson,of Blue Earth, Minnesota; two sisters, Caroline Fentje,and Lazetta Anderson,both of Blue Earth, Minnesota; eight grandchildren,twenty six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Mahaska County Hospice.

Arrangements were made by Williams Funeral Home in Knoxville.

Children of VINCENT CLARE and ELOISE DOBSON are:

i. MARY⁵ CLARE, m. JERRY PITT.

ii. ELIZABETH CLARE, m. HUGH MIKESELL.

iii. ROSE ANNE CLARE, m. RALPH GIESMAN.

iv. LEROY CLARE.

15. EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY (DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 07/22/1893 in Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: Register of Births, No 1.), and died 11/13/1930 in Walnut Township, Palo Alto Co ,Iowa. She married FRANCIS JOSEPH JACKMAN 01/19/1915 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, son of PATRICK JACKMAN and MARGARET BRENNAN. He was born 06/03/1886 in Walnut Township, Palo Alto Co, Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 4, Reported 11-13-1956Sources:Newspaper item 1919, Assessors old age pension-1935,Driver's License.), and died 05/15/1968 in Cherokee, Iowa.

Notes for EVA CECILE MURPHY:

#144 Date of Return: July 22, 1893

Name of Child: ___________ Murphy

Sex: Fem.

No. of Child of the mother: 1st Race/Color: White

Date of Birth & Place: 9:30 PM - July 22, 1893 - Emmetsburg twp

Nationality of father: (blank) Place of Birth: Iowa

Nationality of mother: (blank) Place of Birth: Illinois

Mother's full name & Residence: Ellen Donahue - Emmetsburg twp.

Father's full name & occupation: Dan Murphy - Farmer

Medical Attendant: H.A. Powers, Emmetsburg

Returned by: H. A. Powers

Above taken from Register of Births, No. 1

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Emmetsburg Democrat

Emmetsburg, Palo Alto County, Iowa

27 Jan 1913

Mrs. Daniel MURPHY and daughter, Eva, of Emmetsburg township, returned from Chicago a few days ago where they had been visiting relatives for about three weeks.

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1930

Young Mother Passes Beyond Thursday

One of the saddest deaths we have been called upon to chronicle is that of Mrs. Francis Jackman, which occurred about 2 a.m. Thursday, November 13. Here a young wife and mother was called from earthly scenes, leaving a heartbroken husband and six children - all young and dependent upon a mother's care and guidance. Death came at the birth of a baby boy who did not survive his mother. Seldom is anything sadder than was this mother lying in the casket grasping the hand of the infant son, who lay beside her, and for whom she had sacrificed her life. Yet, sad as this was, there was something so beautiful about it that eternal hope was enlivened within the heart and soul of everyone who gazed upon them. Funeral services were held at St. Thomas church at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery. The pallbearers were Len Sherlock, Joe Sherlock, Joe Donahue, Adolph Spies, Bud Phelan, and Gene Kane. Miss Eva Murphy, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Murphy of Emmetsburg township, was born on July 23, 1894. She grew up in this vicinity, graduated from St. Mary's Academy, and taught school successfully for several years. She united in marriage with Francis Jackman on January 19, 1915. This ceremony took place in the Assumption Church in this city. They located on a farm in Walnut township. A beautiful new home was built - one of the finest farm homes in this county. This with excellent barns and outbuildings of every sort needed on the farm was an opening to a happy and prosperous life. As years went on they were as prosperous as was possible for farmers to be under existing conditions and their home was one of the happiest that could be found. This husband and wife were loving and companionable. They worked and planned together, sharing each other's sorrows and joys, and in all good time they were additionally blessed by a family of beautiful, bright children. Six of these, three boys and three girls, survived their mother. The girls are Jean 12, Mary 8, Margaret 5. The boys are Robert 10, John 3, and little Dick, who is only 18 months old. Mrs. Jackman was a loveable woman. Her manner was mild, gentle and most attractive. She had a cheerful disposition, and was kind and pleasant to everyone. She was a wonderful mother, never failing in the least to do her full duty as such. Her husband never found her wanting. She was a good housekeeper and loved to make her home an ideally happy one. Her death calls us all again to wonder why a Divine Providence should permit a husband and little children to be thus bereaved. Her own life imbued with a lively faith and animated with Christian faith would bid her loved ones to submit and say "Thy Will Be Done". God knows best and never forsakes His children. Time may not tell why, but eternity will bring the answer, and all will be compensated. Besides the husband and six little children, Mrs. Jackman is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Murphy, and four brothers, Gene, Earl, Morris and Francis Donahue. To them the Tribune extends sincere sympathy and trusts that time will soon soothe their sorrow.

More About EVA CECILE MURPHY:

Burial: 11/15/1930, St John's Cemetery, E'burg, Iowa

Notes for FRANCIS JOSEPH JACKMAN:

Emmetsburg Reporter, Tuesday, May 21, 1968

Francis Jackman Dies at 81; Long Time Resident

Funeral services for Francis Jackman, 81, lifetime Emmetsburg resident, were held at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 18, at Assumption Catholic Church with burial in St. John's Cemetery. Msgr. W. F. Mason officiated. The Martin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Pallbearers were John Haywood, Leo Joynt, John Nolan, John Higley, Joe Murphy and William Schany. Mr. Jackman, a retired farmer, died at the Gregg Nursing Home in Cherokee where he had resided for the past three years. He was born in Palo Alto county on June 3, 1886 the son of P. R. and Margaret Brennan Jackman. On January 19, 1915 he was united in marriage to Eva Murphy in Emmetsburg.

Survivors include two sons, John, New Orleans, La., and Richard of Phildelphia, Pa.; three daughters, Mrs. Robert Burns (Mary) of Denver, Colo., Mrs. Henry Frailey (Peggy) of Elmira, N.Y., and Mrs. James Peters (Jean) of Monona, Ia.; also 35 grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Robert Laughlin of Mason City. His wife and one son preceded him in death.

Mr. Jackman was a member of the Knight's of Columbus which attended the Rosary and funeral in a group. Mr. Jackman was a member of an early day family in Palo Alto county and had a wide acquaintance and many friends. He was good company and friends enjoyed being with him. He was devoted to his children and took a great interest in their activities. Until ill health of the past year, he kept active and was always happy to meet and greet his friends throughout the county.

Marriage Notes for EVA MURPHY and FRANCIS JACKMAN:

Emmetsburg Democrat, 20 January 1915

MARRIED TUESDAY

Mr. Francis Jackman and Miss Eva Cecilia Murphy

Mr. Francis Jackman and Miss Eva Cecilia Murphy were united in

marriage at the Assumption church Tuesday morning at six o'clock, Very

Rev. P. F. Farrelly officiating. The bride was attended by Miss Alice

Jackman and the groom by Mr. Eugene Murphy. Immediately after the

marriage the happy couple repaired to the home of the bride's parents,

Mrs. and Mrs. Daniel Murphy, of Emmetsburg township where a sumptuous

wedding dinner was served. A large number of the immediate relatives of

the contracting parties were in attendance. The bride and groom were

the recipients of many beautiful and valuable presents. They left

during the day for Sioux City where they will spend some time with

relatives. On their return they will commence housekeeping on the

groom's farm in Walnut township.

The bride is one of our county's most widely esteemed young ladies.

Her parents are among the substantial residents of Emmetsburg township

and they gave her good opportunities. She attended St. Mary's Academy

for several years graduating with honors in the class of 1910. Since

that time she has taught school and she has proven herself a very

successful worker in the school room. Her friends and social companions

will be pleased to learn that she is to remain permanently in this

vicinity. The groom is the youngest son of Patrick R. Jackman of Walnut

township. He is a young man of thrift, tact and most exemplary habits.

He is substantial, has numerous and devoted friends and will win his way

to success in the neighborhood in which he resides. The Democrat

extends hearty congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Jackman.

Children of EVA MURPHY and FRANCIS JACKMAN are:

24. i. JEAN ELLEN⁵ JACKMAN, b. 12/07/1917, Emmetsburg,Iowa; d. 03/18/1972, Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.

25. ii. ROBERT FRANCIS JACKMAN, b. 03/12/1920, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 10/17/1967, Littleton, Colorado.

26. iii. MARY PATRICIA JACKMAN, b. 07/09/1923, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 03/16/1970, Denver, Colorado.

27. iv. MARGARET ALICE JACKMAN, b. 05/19/1925, Emmetsburg,Iowa.

28. v. JOHN DANIEL JACKMAN, b. 06/19/1927, Emmetsburg, Iowa.

29. vi. RICHARD JACKMAN, b. 04/28/1929.

vii. BABY JACKMAN, b. 11/13/1930; d. 11/13/1930.

16. MAURICE⁴ MURPHY (DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 12/21/1904 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and died 12/17/1944 in Emmetsburg, Iowa (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.). He married MARY SMITH 02/1927 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, daughter of JAMES SMITH and LILLIAN BUCHANAN. She was born 10/07/1908 in Graettinger, Iowa, and died 08/25/1989 in Vinton, Iowa.

Notes for MAURICE MURPHY:

Emmetsburg Democrat, Thursday, Dec. 21, 1944

Maurice Murphy Is Dead At 39, Rites Are Held

Funeral services were held for Maurice Murphy, 39, who died Friday evening at the Emmetsburg hospital were held Monday morning at the Assumption Catholic church with the Very Rev. W. F. Mason officiating at the requiem high mass. Burial was in St. John's cemetery with the Foy Funeral home in charge. Serving as pallbearers were Merril Mohr, Eddie Donahue, Leland Larson, Frank Murphy, Joe Donahue, and Elmer Murphy.

Maurice Joseph Murphy was born near Emmetsburg on December 21, 1904 and had farmed for many years. He was married to Miss Mary Smith who with their seven children survive. They are Mary Ellen, Daniel, Eva, Donald, Gerald, William, and Richard. He is also survived by his parents, Mr.and Mrs. Daniel Murphy and two brothers, Gene and Francis, all of Emmetsburg. Mr. Murphy was employed by the Emmetsburg Sales Company for two years and for the last six months has been employed by the Emmetsburg Produce.

Despite ill health, Mr. Murphy tried to keep working and had been at his job with the Emmetsburg Produce only a day or so before his death. He collapsed on a downtown street Thursday and was rushed to the local hospital where he succumbed later. Known as a friendly neighbor and a devoted husband and father, his untimely death is a sad loss to his young family and to his wife and relatives. To them is extended the sympathy of many friends in the community.

Notes for MARY SMITH:

FUNERAL SERVICES HELD FOR MARY D. MURPHY

Mrs. Mary D. Murphy of Emmetsburg died Friday, Aug. 25, 1989, at Virginia Gay Hospital in Vinton. She was 80.

Funeral services for Mrs. Murphy were held Monday, Aug. 28, at 10:30 a.m. at Assumption Church in Emmetsburg. The Rev. LeRoy Seuntjens officiated.

Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Emmetsburg. The Martin Funeral Home in Emmetsburg was in care of arrangements.

Honorary bearers were Mrs. Murphy's grandsons: Chris Shimon, Mark Murphy, Patrick Murphy, Tim Murphy, John Murphy and Tom Murphy.

Casket bearers were Mrs. Murphy's grandsons: Pat Shimon, Rich Murphy, Dan Murphy, Mike Murphy, Joe Murphy and Louis Cavros.

VFW Auxiliary services and Parish Rosary services were held Sunday evening Aug. 27, at the funeral home.

Mary D. (Smith) Murphy ws born Oct. 7, 1908, in Graettinger. She was the daughter of James and Lillian (Buchanan) Smith.

In February 1927, Mary and Maurice J. Murphy were married in Emmetsburg, where the couple made their home. Mrs. Murphy made her home in Vinton the last four years.

Mrs. Murphy was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and she was a Gold Star Mother.

Surviving are six children: Mrs. Mary Ellen Shimon of Cedar Rapids, Mrs. Eve Bennett of Minneapolis, MN., Donald Murphy of Cherokee, Jerry Murphy of New Prague, MN., Bill Murphy of Cedar Rapids and Dick Murphy of Vinton; 21 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.

Also surviving are five sisters, Lucille Mohr of Kingsville, TX, Ethel Ball and Della Ferris, both of Spencer, Ruth Mohr of Missoula, MT and Esther of Royal; and a brother John Peterson of Des Moines.

Mrs. Murphy was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice, on Dec. 17, 1944; a son, Dan: her parents and a brother Jim Smith.

Children of MAURICE MURPHY and MARY SMITH are:

30. i. RICHARD⁵ MURPHY, b. 01/30/1939, Emmetsburg, Iowa; d. 01/06/1999, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

ii. MARY ELLEN MURPHY, m. ROBERT SHIMON.

iii. EVE MURPHY.

iv. DONALD MURPHY.

v. JERRY MURPHY.

vi. DANIEL MURPHY, b. 05/1929; d. 01/19/1953, Tokyo, Japan.

Notes for DANIEL MURPHY:

Emmetsburg Democrat, Jan. 22, 1953

Murphy Dies In Japan Of Jeep Injuries

Sgt. Dan M. Murphy, 23, son of Mrs. Mary Murphy of Emmetsburg, died in a hospital in the Tokyo area Monday, Jan. 19, a telegram to his mother Wednesday night from the army reported.

The tragic message followed one received about three weeks ago in which young Murphy was reported as seriously injured in a jeep accident in Korea. The earlier message listed his injuries as a fractured pelvis and other injuries and described his condition as "questionable."

Wednesday's telegram was signed by William E. Berger, Maj. Gen. U. S. A. and read: "The acting secretary of the army has asked me to express his deep regrets that your son, Sgt. Dan M. Murphy, died in Japan Jan. 19, 1953." The message added that more details would be forwarded later.

The only premonition that Mrs. Murphy had that Dan was not recovering satisfactorily was a letter she received Monday from an army hospital in Tokyo which said the young soldier had undergone surgery and gave his condition as "serious." It was signed by an army doctor.

Dan graduated from Emmetsburg Catholic High School and had been employed in Emmetsburg, his last job having been with the Emmetsburg Cooperative Creamery Co. With the infantry, he took his training at Fort Hood, Tex. and had been overseas for several months or more. He was to receive his discharge the last of February. The last letter the Murphy family here had from him was written from Korea Dec. 15. Dan would have been 24 in May.

Survivors include his mother and four brothers, Don, Bill and Dick, all of Emmetsburg, and Jerry with the U. S. Navy at San Diego, Calif.; also two sisters, Mrs. Robert (Mary) Shimon of Austin, Minn. and Miss Eva Murphy of Minneapolis. All were notified of their brother's death Wednesday night except Jerry who could not immediately be located.

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vii. BILL MURPHY.

17. MARY IDELLA⁴ MURPHY (EDWARD FRANCIS³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 03/15/1896 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, and died 09/07/1988 in Deland, Florida. She married CURTIS FLOYD FLEMING.

More About MARY IDELLA MURPHY:

Burial: 09/09/1988, Deland Memorial Gardens, Deland,FL

Divorced: 1940

Residence: 1954, Washington, DC (Source: Obit of Edward Francis Murphy-1954.)

Children of MARY MURPHY and CURTIS FLEMING are:

31. i. JESSE FRANCIS⁵ FLEMING, b. 10/13/1920, Graettinger,Iowa; d. 08/10/1989, Deland, Florida.

ii. CURTIS FLEMING, b. 04/16/1926, Graettinger,Iowa; d. 09/12/1996, Crescent City, Florida; m. DORTHA ADAMS.

32. iii. VERNON DOUGLAS FLEMING, b. 06/06/1927, Graettinger,Iowa.

33. iv. PAUL ALESANDER FLEMING, b. 01/19/1931, Graettinger,Iowa; d. 02/20/1999.

18. CATHERINE EILEEN⁴ MURPHY (EDWARD FRANCIS³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 05/12/1898 in Emmetsburg,Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 1, Murphy,Catherine born 5-12-1898 in EmmetsburgMother Mary Bridget Joynt, Father E.F. Murphy.), and died 05/05/1987 in New Richmond, Wisconsin. She married LEO JAMES CLARE 11/02/1917 in Graettinger,Iowa, son of CHRISTOPHER CLARE and ROSE MURPHY. He was born 12/04/1895 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, and died 06/17/1976 in Estherville,Iowa.

Notes for CATHERINE EILEEN MURPHY:

Catherine Eileen Murphy

From Funeral Card

Eileen Clare

1898-1987

Casketbearers

Michael Anderson

Thomas Anderson

David Wilberg

Douglas Wilberg

Joseph Wilberg

Michael Wilberg

Interment St. John’s Cemetery, Emmetsburg, Iowa

She received her education at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Emmetsburg.

She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Estherville, Altar and Rosary Society, and the Legion of Mary.

More About CATHERINE EILEEN MURPHY:

Burial: 05/08/1987, St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg,IA

Notes for LEO JAMES CLARE:

Leo James Clare

From Funeral Card

Leo James Clare

1895-1976

PALLBEARERS (grandsons)

Paul Allis, Jim Mahin, Mike Anderson, Jon VanGuilder, Denny Clare, Dave Wilberg

Services will be conducted at St. John’s Cemetery Emmetsburg, Iowa

He received his education in St. Mary’s Grade School and graduated from St. Mary’ High School in Emmetsburg, Iowa.

He was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Estherville and was a member of Knights of Columbus for thirty years.

Children are listed above under (13) Leo James Clare.

19. FLORENCE ROSAMOND⁴ MURPHY (EDWARD FRANCIS³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 08/07/1908 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, and died 08/27/1990 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. She married FRED KANNENBERG 02/24/1941 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. He was born 01/1906, and died 12/08/1990 in Spirit Lake, Iowa.

More About FLORENCE ROSAMOND MURPHY:

Burial: 08/30/1990, St. Margaret's Catholic Cemetery, Spirit Lake, IA

Child of FLORENCE MURPHY and FRED KANNENBERG is:

i. MARY IRENE⁵ KANNENBERG, b. 01/02/1949, Spirit Lake, Iowa; d. 1992, Spirit Lake, Iowa.

20. JAY⁴ DONAHUE (ROSIE³ MURPHY, EDWARD², LAWRENCE¹) was born 1913, and died 1960. He married JOSIE NOLAN.

Children of JAY DONAHUE and JOSIE NOLAN are:

i. ROSE MARY⁵ DONAHUE, b. 08/25/1936; d. 12/01/1936 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.).

ii. INFANT SON DONAHUE, d. 07/04/1950 (Source: St. John's Cemetery Records.).

Generation No. 5

21. CATHERINE LEONA⁵ CLARE (LEO JAMES⁴, ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 10/20/1920 in Graettinger,Iowa. She married GLEN BERNHARDT ANDERSON 07/25/1939 in Estherville,Iowa, son of CHRISTIAN ANDRESEN and ESTHER HANSEN. He was born 09/13/1919 in Parkersburg, Iowa.

More About CATHERINE LEONA CLARE:

Christening: 11/07/1920, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Greattinger, IA

More About GLEN BERNHARDT ANDERSON:

Christening: 10/19/1919, Danish Lutheran Church, Fredsville, Iowa

Children of CATHERINE CLARE and GLEN ANDERSON are:

i. CATHERINE ANN⁶ ANDERSON, b. 07/26/1940, Estherville,Iowa; m. PAUL EDWARD ALLIS, 05/18/1961, St Paul, Minnesota; b. 06/04/1942, St Paul, Minnesota.

ii. GLEN EDWARD ANDERSON, b. 02/14/1942, Estherville,Iowa; m. DELORES MAJORIE VIEBAHN, 01/03/1975, Hudson, Wisconsin; b. 11/18/1949, Cloquet, Minnesota.

iii. MICHAEL JOSEPH ANDERSON, b. 07/24/1943, St Paul, Minnesota; m. KATHLEEN MARY BARTON, 10/21/1961, West St Paul, Minnesota; b. 05/22/1944.

iv. ELLEN ESTHER ANDERSON, b. 08/29/1946, St Paul, Minnesota; d. 07/27/1998, Minneapolis, Minnesota; m. JOHN THOMAS MAHER, 03/19/1982, Inner Grove Heights, Minnesota; b. 06/12/1947, St Paul, Minnesota.

More About ELLEN ESTHER ANDERSON:

Burial: 07/31/1998, Oakland Cemetery, St Paul, Minnesota

v. LESTER THOMAS ANDERSON, b. 04/18/1949, St Paul, Minnesota; m. JOAN MARIE MEYER, 02/14/1975, St Paul, Minnesota; b. 07/11/1944, St Paul, Minnesota.

22. MARY GENIECE⁵ CLARE (LEO JAMES⁴, ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 02/27/1931 in Estherville,Iowa. She married MARVIN WILBERG 06/18/1955 in Estherville,Iowa. He was born 12/26/1929 in Fenton, Iowa.

Children of MARY CLARE and MARVIN WILBERG are:

i. BARBARA⁶ WILBERG, b. 05/05/1956, Estherville,Iowa; m. VANGUILDER.

ii. DONNA JO WILBERG, b. 06/06/1957, Omaha,Nebraska; m. THOMAS WILLIAM CARR, Cairns,Australia; b. 06/26/1963, England.

iii. DAVID WILBERG, b. 06/17/1958, Omaha,Nebraska; m. LORI KNERT, 07/09/1991, New Richmond,Wisconsin; b. 01/09/1958, Mahtomedi, Minnesota.

iv. MICHAEL WILBERG, b. 02/20/1960, Estherville,Iowa; m. TAMMY ISAACONSON, 11/01/1985, Burkhardt, Wisconsin; b. 11/24/1959, Siren, Wisconsin.

v. DOUGLAS WILBERG, b. 11/26/1961, Estherville,Iowa.

vi. JOSEPH WILBERG, b. 02/29/1964, St Paul, Minnesota.

23. PATRICIA ANN⁵ CLARE (LEO JAMES⁴, ROSE ANN³ MURPHY, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 10/01/1933 in Estherville,Iowa, and died 11/12/1962 in San Diego, California. She married BILLY DEAN MAHIN 10/15/1954 in Estherville,Iowa. He was born 10/17/1932 in Danbury, Iowa.

More About PATRICIA ANN CLARE:

Burial: 11/1962, StJohn's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg

Children of PATRICIA CLARE and BILLY MAHIN are:

i. CYNTHIA ANN⁶ MAHIN, b. 08/29/1955, Glendale, Arizona; m. FODIL BOULIL, Chula Vista, California; b. 05/07/1952, Algeria.

ii. KAREN MARIE MAHIN, b. 08/22/1956, California; m. JOHN DESPOSITO, Chula Vista, California; b. 01/08/1956.

iii. JAMES KENNETH MAHIN, b. 02/28/1958, San Pedro, California.

iv. PAUL DAVID MAHIN, b. 02/22/1959, California; m. MARGARET LEANN DEHANN, Chula Vista, California; b. 03/25/1959.

24. JEAN ELLEN⁵ JACKMAN (EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 12/07/1917 in Emmetsburg,Iowa, and died 03/18/1972 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. She married JAMES LEO PETERS 09/06/1947 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He was born 09/10/1917 in Monona, Iowa, and died 05/11/1982 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Notes for JEAN ELLEN JACKMAN:

March 30th 1972

SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. JAMES PETERS

Jean Jackman Peters, 54, died March 18 at General Hospital in Prairie du Chien, Wis.

Services were conducted March 21 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church with burial at St. Patrick's Cemetery. Father Donald Heineman officiated with Father D. G. Peters and Msgr. Vernon Peters assisting.

She was born the daughter of Frances & Eva (Murphy) Jackman on Dec. 7, 1917 at Emmetsburg.

On Sept. 6, 1947 she was united in marriage to James L. Peters in St. Patrick's Church in Cedar Rapids. To this union six children were born.

Jean worked for the Internal Revenue Service for twelve years and had a tax business in Monona and did abstract work in Elkader.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Robert Jackman, Denver, Colo. and a sister, Mary Jackman Burns, also of Denver.

She is survived by her husband, James, three daughters, Ann Peters Berns of Brooklyn, Ia., Joan Peters & Therese Peters at home; three sons, Michael of Iowa City, Stephen of Champaign, Ill., & Mark, at home; one grandson, Nathan Berns.

Also surviving are a sister, Peggy Jackman Frailey of Elmira, New York; two brothers, John Jackman of New Orleans, La., & Richard Jackman of Villanova, Pa., one uncle, Francis Murphy of Emmetsburg and one aunt, Kit Laughlin, Mason City

Children of JEAN JACKMAN and JAMES PETERS are:

i. MARY ANN⁶ PETERS, b. 03/05/1950, Dubuque, Iowa; m. DUANE FRANCIS BERNS, 12/05/1970, Monona, Iowa; b. 12/31/1949, McGregor, Iowa.

ii. MICHAEL JAMES PETERS, b. 05/23/1951; m. ELIZABETH STOLTZ, 09/04/1984, Ottumwa, Iowa; b. 03/08/1951.

iii. STEPHEN GEORGE PETERS, b. 06/05/1952; m. JANET BETH HARTMAN, 06/01/1985, Kansas City, Missouri; b. 05/26/1955.

iv. MARY THERESE PETERS, b. 10/04/1953; m. DONALD ERNEST SHINN, 09/20/1986, Kansas City, Missouri; b. 01/31/1957.

v. JOAN EILEEN PETERS, b. 10/18/1954; m. (1) LARRY O PETERS, 05/24/1974; m. (2) KEITH RAY CHASTAIN, 03/02/1985, Blue Springs, Missouri; b. 03/11/1953.

vi. MARK FRANCIS PETERS, b. 06/10/1957; m. SUSAN KATHERINE FULTON, 11/15/1990; b. 09/01/1957.

25. ROBERT FRANCIS⁵ JACKMAN (EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 03/12/1920 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and died 10/17/1967 in Littleton, Colorado. He married JOY JEANETTE JAMES 05/12/1943. She was born 07/31/1921 in Laurens, Iowa.

Children of ROBERT JACKMAN and JOY JAMES are:

i. PATRICIA⁶ JACKMAN, b. 11/12/1946, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; m. (1) GREGORY OLINYK, 01/18/1969; m. (2) RICHARD WALTZ, 02/17/1990.

ii. JAMES JACKMAN, b. 02/12/1956, Denver, Colorado; m. BETH HARMON, 12/16/1978.

26. MARY PATRICIA⁵ JACKMAN (EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 07/09/1923 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and died 03/16/1970 in Denver, Colorado. She married ROBERT THOMAS BURNS 06/12/1948 in Denver, Colorado. He was born 09/29/1926 in Caldwell, Idaho, and died 03/03/1987 in Denver, Colorado.

Children of MARY JACKMAN and ROBERT BURNS are:

i. WILLIAM FRANCIS⁶ BURNS, b. 02/25/1951, Denver, Colorado.

ii. MARY BRIGID BURNS, b. 04/16/1952, Denver, Colorado; d. 04/02/1968, Denver, Colorado.

iii. MARY CATHERINE BURNS, b. 02/22/1955, Denver, Colorado; m. KEVIN BUFORD REILY, 12/15/1979, Knoxville, Tennessee; b. 11/17/1954, New Orleans, Louisiana.

iv. MARY MARGARET BURNS, b. 04/18/1956, Denver, Colorado; m. THOMAS JAMES MATHEWS, 07/23/1977; b. 07/09/1955, Denver, Colorado.

v. MARY PATRICIA BURNS, b. 03/30/1957, Denver, Colorado; m. GORDON MCCLELLAN ROBINSON, 03/06/1982; b. 03/11/1956, Denver, Colorado.

vi. MARY ANN BURNS, b. 06/21/1958, Denver, Colorado; m. JOHN MARSTON ARCHBOLD, 05/24/1980; b. 12/09/1956, Moscow, Idaho.

vii. DANIEL ROBERT BURNS, b. 04/26/1959, Denver, Colorado; m. (1) NORMA GUADALUPE PADILLA, 07/01/1983; m. (2) KRISTINE LOUISE KRAHN, 12/27/1998; b. 05/23/1966, Billings, Montana.

viii. MARY KELLY THERESA BURNS, b. 04/01/1960, Denver, Colorado; m. ROBERT CLINTON MCCURDY, 03/30/1984; b. 08/20/1947, Denver, Colorado.

ix. MARY ELLEN BURNS, b. 12/24/1962, Denver, Colorado; m. NICHOLAS MARTINEZ, 12/24/1983; b. Denver, Colorado.

x. JOSEPH JOHN BURNS, b. 02/01/1964, Denver, Colorado; m. ANGELA CHASE, 01/1987; b. 1964, Denver, Colorado.

27. MARGARET ALICE⁵ JACKMAN (EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 05/19/1925 in Emmetsburg,Iowa. She married HENRY FRANCIS FRAILEY 12/28/1946 in Sioux City, Iowa. He was born 12/18/1923 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Children of MARGARET JACKMAN and HENRY FRAILEY are:

i. KATHLEEN MARY⁶ FRAILEY, b. 01/23/1948, Sayre, Pennsylvania; m. WILLIAM PULS, 10/06/1979, Elmira, New York; b. 02/07/1947, Webster, Massassachusetts.

ii. MARGARET MARY FRAILEY, b. 05/27/1949; m. STEVE HELLRUNG; b. 07/07/1947.

iii. MARY ROONEY FRAILEY, b. 05/18/1951; m. THOMAS RUSSELL; b. 05/21/1951.

iv. JOANNE MARY FRAILEY, b. 03/26/1953, Elmira, New York; m. RON HEAP; b. 08/06/1951.

v. MARY PATRICIA FRAILEY, b. 10/18/1954, Elmira, New York; m. DEAN CALLAND; b. 04/14/1954.

vi. DANIEL HENRY FRAILEY, b. 07/12/1957, Elmira, New York; m. CHRISTINE NELSON; b. 12/26/1956.

vii. MICHAEL JACKMAN FRAILEY, b. 08/15/1958, Elmira, New York; m. MARY VIRGINIA LYNCH; b. 05/26/1959.

viii. ANNE MARY FRAILEY, b. 04/09/1963; m. MANUEL MARTINEZ; b. 06/14/1963.

28. JOHN DANIEL⁵ JACKMAN (EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 06/19/1927 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. He married DOROTHY CALHOUN. She was born 05/30/1935, and died 12/02/1982 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Children of JOHN JACKMAN and DOROTHY CALHOUN are:

i. JOAN MARIE⁶ JACKMAN, m. DAVID BECKER.

ii. JOHN DANIEL JACKMAN, m. KELLY.

iii. MICHAEL CALHOUN JACKMAN.

iv. WORTHING FRANCIS JACKMAN, m. KATRINA LENDEN.

29. RICHARD⁵ JACKMAN (EVA CECILE⁴ MURPHY, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 04/28/1929. He married ETHEL ANN DUCOMMUN. She was born 1931.

Children of RICHARD JACKMAN and ETHEL DUCOMMUN are:

i. MICHAEL RICHARD⁶ JACKMAN, b. 01/08/1952; m. JOAN LEVISON; b. 1953.

ii. JEAN CAMILLE JACKMAN, b. 04/18/1953; m. DENNIS JULVEZAN.

iii. JOHN KEVIN JACKMAN, b. 10/10/1954.

iv. SUSAN KAY JACKMAN, b. 12/28/1956; m. DAVID LOUIS VITALI, 1981.

v. ANN ELIZABETH JACKMAN, b. 10/11/1966.

vi. MARY CLAIRE JACKMAN, b. 12/03/1967; m. JAMES CARPENTER; b. 1964.

30. RICHARD⁵ MURPHY (MAURICE⁴, DANIEL³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 01/30/1939 in Emmetsburg, Iowa, and died 01/06/1999 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He married (1) MARLENE KAY FISHER 06/13/1959. She died 05/19/1992. He married (2) VINA LENTZ PRIBORSKY 10/05/1996 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Notes for RICHARD MURPHY:

The Gazette, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Friday, Jan. 8, 1999

Richard D. "Dick" Murphy, 59, of 800 Boyson Rd. NE, formerly of Vinton, died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 1999, in his home following a long illness. Services: 10:30 a.m. Monday, St. Pius X Catholic Church. The Rev. Donald Klein will officate. Inurnment in Chapel of Memories Mausoleum in Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at Cedar Memorial Funeral Home from 3 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, where a vigil service begins at 5 p.m.

Survivors include his wife, Vina; two sons, Rick and wife Paula of Vinton and Tom and wife Lynn of San Diego; two daughters, Jill DeLosh and husband Ken of Minneapolis and Amy Murphy of Vinton; a stepdaughter, Jeannette Frederick and husband Tom of San Diego; two stepsons, Jeff and wife Amy Priorsky and Mark and wife Mary Priborsky, all of Cedar Rapids; two sisters, Mary Shimon of Cedar Rapids and Eve Bennett of Minneapolis; three brothers, Don of Cherokee, Jerry of Tucson, Ariz., and Bill of Cedar Rapids; and 10 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife; and a brother, Daniel.

Dick was born Jan. 30, 1939, in Emmetsburg, to Maurice and Mary Smith Murphy. He first married Marlene Kay Fisher, June 13, 1959. She died May 19, 1992. He then married Vina Lentz Priborsky, Oct. 5, 1996, in Cedar Rapids. He had most recently been employed by Firstar Bank as Appraisal Review Officer for the State of Iowa.

Dick formerly owned Hanson Tire in Vinton. He was a former board member of the Vinton Electric Utility and Vinton Country Club. He was currently a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 3893, Indian Creek Country Club, National Association of Master Appraisers, and St. Pius X Catholic Church.

Dick was a wonderful husband, father, grampa, an avid golfer and card player, and enjoyed bowling and Canadian fishing.

Instead of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.

Children of RICHARD MURPHY and MARLENE FISHER are:

i. RICK⁶ MURPHY.

ii. TOM MURPHY.

iii. JILL MURPHY.

iv. AMY MURPHY.

31. JESSE FRANCIS⁵ FLEMING (MARY IDELLA⁴ MURPHY, EDWARD FRANCIS³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 10/13/1920 in Graettinger,Iowa (Source: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 4, Fleming,Jesse Francis born 10-13-1920 in Walnut TWP, GraettingerMother Mary Idella Murphy,Father Curtis Floyd Fleming.), and died 08/10/1989 in Deland, Florida. He married MARGARET.

Children of JESSE FLEMING and MARGARET are:

i. DELORES⁶ FLEMING.

ii. ARLENE FLEMING, m. JAMES PARSONS.

iii. JOSEPH FLEMING.

iv. DENNIS FLEMING.

v. PATRICK FLEMING.

vi. MICHAEL FLEMING.

32. VERNON DOUGLAS⁵ FLEMING (MARY IDELLA⁴ MURPHY, EDWARD FRANCIS³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 06/06/1927 in Graettinger,Iowa. He married GERTRUDE SWEENEY. She was born 09/13/1927.

Children of VERNON FLEMING and GERTRUDE SWEENEY are:

i. THERESA⁶ FLEMING, m. MARK MONTIGUE, Deland, Florida.

ii. IRENE FLEMING, m. ANTHONY LEO.

iii. DEBBIE FLEMING.

iv. RHONDA FLEMING.

v. CHARLOTTE FLEMING.

vi. PRISCILLA FLEMING.

33. PAUL ALESANDER⁵ FLEMING (MARY IDELLA⁴ MURPHY, EDWARD FRANCIS³, DANIEL², LAWRENCE¹) was born 01/19/1931 in Graettinger,Iowa, and died 02/20/1999.

Children of PAUL ALESANDER FLEMING are:

i. JEFFREY⁶ FLEMING.

ii. PAMELA FLEMING.

iii. LINDA FLEMING.

iv. KATHLEEN FLEMING.

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